PEG-2 Cocamide
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamide
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (1 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68425-44-5
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Foam Boosting
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Enhances lather
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century. Created as a gentler alternative to traditional soap-based cleansers derived from coconut oil.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 100%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 772).
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR